FIRST is an international confederation of trusted computer incident response teams who cooperatively handle computer security incidents and promote incident prevention programs.

FIRST (Forum of Incident Response and Security Teams) is an international not-for-profit association of trusted Computer Security and Incident Response Teams (CSIRTs), Product Security Incident Response Teams (PSIRTs), and independent security researchers from the public, private, and academic sectors. Since its founding in 1990, FIRST has fostered global cooperation and coordination in incident prevention, rapid response, and information sharing.

With over 800 member teams representing more than 100 countries, FIRST plays a vital role in strengthening the global cybersecurity ecosystem. FIRST provides access to best practices, tools, and trusted communication channels that empower the incident response community.

Recognized by TripWire as one of the Top 19 Information Security Conferences of 2020, the FIRST Annual Conference is a premier event that promotes worldwide collaboration among CSIRTs. The conference offers a dynamic forum for sharing goals, ideas, and strategies to improve cybersecurity on a global scale.

The 38th Annual FIRST Conference will take place June 14–19, 2026, in Denver, Colorado, USA. Join us to connect with leading experts, exchange insights, and contribute to shaping the future of incident response.

Be part of the global response community.
See you in Denver!

Open Call for Speakers is Open! Closes December 3!

The official Call for Speakers is open. The submission period is open to the community at large. You do not need to be a FIRST member to participate. For details and submission instructions, click the button below.

AGENDA AT-A-GLANCE

The following Preliminary Agenda has been provided to help participants of the conference plan their travel prior to the publishing of the detailed agenda in March 2026.